AboutLeslie Truex Expertise I can answer questions on how to find a work-at-home job online or off including the best sites for finding jobs, how approach an employer about working at home, and other methods for creating a work-at-home job. I can also answer questions about current trends in telecommuting, how to establish a telecommuting program in a company, and how to maximize productivity while working at home.
Experience I have telecommuted as a social worker, writer, web designer and online researcher. I have provided work-at-home job announcements and tips online since 1998 at my site WorkAtHomeSuccess.com. I am the author of The Work-At-Home Success Bible which offers details on telecommuting, home business and more.
Publications My articles have appeared in various work-at-home and stay-at-home e-zines and web site.
Education/Credentials I have a BA in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work.
Awards and Honors Work-At-Home Success has been recognized and received several awards from various online resources.
If I telecommute internationally for my US-based employer, should I expect to be paid less than my regular salary? Is it legal and fair for my company to pay me the local rate for the same work that I perform in the US?
Thanks.
--Kashid
Answer Hi Kashid,
There is really no "legal" rules about salaries. For example, women are consistently paid less than men for the same job even if she has more experience or training. The salary when telecommuting can vary. Some people get the same salary if nothing about their job changes. Others end up having to renegotiate their salary and benefits.
The thing you do have to research is taxes. That's one area that the law hasn't really caught up with. For example, New York state has telecommuters pay income tax if they work for a New York company but live in another state. That means someone could pay 2 state income taxes. So you'll need to find out about federal and state taxes and any rules the country you're in about taxes.
